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This week on the Teachers Off Duty podcast, we dive into the lively (and often hilarious) dynamics between veteran and first-year teachers. Join Jess Smith, Jonathan Williams, and Leslie Robb as they share personal stories, listener experiences, and tips for navigating the classroom at any stage in your career. From first-year fears to veteran wisdom (and the occasional retiree shenanigans), we cover it all with heart and humor.
Plus, we’re talking about setting boundaries, dealing with unsolicited advice, and learning to embrace your unique teaching style. Don’t miss our audience call-ins with real stories from the classroom and, of course, our signature laughs along the way.
Also, find out how you can join us on the Board Teachers Comedy Tour in 2025—tickets are selling fast!
Listen, laugh, and leave with a little extra encouragement to tackle your week.
Tune in, reflect, and don’t forget—give yourself grace, teachers. You’re doing amazing work! 💛
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In this heartfelt episode of Teachers Off Duty, Leslie, Jonathan, and Jess peel back the layers on the unspoken struggles our students face daily. From navigating personal trauma to balancing adult responsibilities as teenagers, the hosts share powerful stories that highlight the resilience of students and the importance of empathy in education.
Discover how simple gestures—like listening intently or sharing a connection over a favorite TV show—can transform relationships with students and make the classroom a safe haven. The hosts also dive into balancing compassion with professional boundaries and emphasize that teachers can't carry it all but can still make an impact.
Expect laughs, tears, and honest conversations as they explore topics like student homelessness, navigating grief, undocumented students' challenges, and the ever-present pressure of social media. Whether you're a teacher or just someone who cares about the next generation, this episode is a reminder of the power of kindness and being present.
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Empathy and connection can make all the difference. The importance of meeting students where they are, not just academically but emotionally. Why understanding students' silent struggles matters for creating a supportive learning environment.Tune in, reflect, and don’t forget—give yourself grace, teachers. You’re doing amazing work! 💛
Listen now and find out how you can help create a classroom where students feel seen, heard, and valued.
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JANUARY 24TH - DAVIS, CA JANUARY 25TH - STOCKTON, CA JANUARY 26TH - REDDING, CA JANUARY 30TH - CHARLESTONE, SC JANUARY 31ST - CHESTERFIELD, MO FEBRUARY 1ST - EFFINGHAM, IL
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On this week’s episode of Teachers Off Duty, we're diving into an exciting (and hilarious) thought experiment: What if teachers ran a school? From more recess and PTO to ditching outdated dress codes and creating better prep time, we're dreaming up a school built by teachers for teachers—and students too, of course! Plus, we hear your thoughts, featuring calls from our amazing listeners.
They kick things off by sharing their top priorities:
-More Recess and Playtime: Jonathan champions the idea of more recess, not just for the kids but for teachers too. They explore how additional playtime can improve student behavior and enhance learning by providing necessary breaks throughout the day.
-Flexible PTO and Better Work-Life Balance: Leslie brings up the need for a realistic PTO system that acknowledges teachers' needs for personal days without the bureaucratic hassle. They discuss how this change could positively impact teachers' mental health and overall job satisfaction.
-Control Over Classroom Environment: Jess emphasizes the struggle of teaching in classrooms without proper air conditioning or heating. They all agree that something as simple as controlling the thermostat could make a significant difference in both teaching and learning experiences.
The conversation then shifts to dress codes, where they tackle the often sexist and outdated policies that disproportionately affect female students. Sharing personal anecdotes, they highlight the need for dress codes that are fair, inclusive, and reflective of real-world standards.
Standardized testing comes under scrutiny as well. The hosts discuss how these tests fail to accommodate different learning styles and don't accurately measure student growth or teacher effectiveness. They brainstorm alternative methods of assessment that could be more beneficial for students' long-term success.
Listeners also contribute their ideas through call-ins, suggesting:
-Rearranging classrooms so teachers can be next to their best friends.
-Revamping the school schedule to include more play and socializing after lunch.
-Eliminating biased dress codes to create a more comfortable environment for all students.
This episode is packed with laughter, insightful discussions, and a shared vision of a better educational system designed with teachers' insights at the forefront.
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Sometimes, we get so caught up in lesson plans and teaching, we forget that we can actually sometimes our students can be the best teachers. This week our hosts Anna Kowal, Gabe Dannenbring, and Tyler Jackowski share their favorite lessons that they have learned from their students.
Whether it's from feedback, smart remarks during lectures, or just a different point of view, our students can really shed an interesting light on how we teach. Tune in as we share the most out of pocket ways our students have taught us tough lessons.
A great example of a lesson our students have taught us is that you never really know what someone else is going through. Kids may be facing challenges and struggles that we are not aware of, and it's important for teachers to be empathetic and understanding. This leads into a discussion about the impact of yelling at students and how it's not worth it in the long run.
So be prepared because we're going to be changing your perspective on this week's episode of Teachers Off Duty!
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It's about time to break out that advent calendar…
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Happy holidays everyone, and welcome to Teachers Off Duty! This week our hosts Gabe Dannenbring, Anna Kowal, and Tyler Jackowski are going to be sharing how they are getting ready for this upcoming holiday season.
Now with the holidays coming up, gift giving is such a hard tradition to navigate, and it's even worse in the classroom. Do we get gifts from students? How much should we spend? What about the teacher down the hall, should we get them something? Would getting everyone a gift card be enough or is it just lazy? Don’t worry, we're going to be sharing our tips and tricks to navigate this tricky situation.
Now of course it's not all about gift-giving anxiety, we're also currently getting ready for our holiday parties. Of course we don't want to leave anyone out, so see how we set up the perfect holiday party that is inclusive to all of our students’ and fellow teachers' cultures.
So make yourself some hot cocoa and put on your ugly holiday sweater, because we're starting the holiday season this week on Teachers Off Duty!
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You wouldn’t believe how quick our lesson plans go south…
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As teachers, we always want to try to create fun and new ways of teaching our students, and sometimes these ideas can go a bit south. So this week on Teachers Off Duty, our hosts Gabe Dannenbring, Tyler Jackowski, and Anna Kowal are going to be talking about the funniest classroom project fails.
From weird Kahoot names to trying to make a discussion post fun, we’ve been through a lot of ups and downs. For example you wouldn't believe how quickly Tyler’s classroom pet became a complete disaster.
This week we’re actually going to be hearing from you guys! We’re going to be reading some of your submissions for your insane classroom project fails, and we can't believe some of the things that y'all have gone through!
So maybe consider just wheeling in a tv and watching the Magic School Bus because we’re going to show you how hilariously things could go wrong on this week's episode of Teachers Off Duty.
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Sometimes it's not about the destination, it's the journey.
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For students, a break from the classroom is a dream come true, however for us teachers, it could be truly chaotic. Strap in because our hosts Tyler Jackowski, Anna Kowal, and Gabe Dannenbring are going to be sharing their craziest field trip horror stories.
From zoo field trips that seem to be a staple in every school's itinerary, to historical museum trips that turned out to be surprisingly engaging, these teachers have seen it all. You'll crack up at Anna's crazy zoo story that will have you questioning if you ever want to go on a field trip again.
Of course, let's not forget about the unpredictable element of parent volunteers. You wouldn't believe how quickly these parent’s attitude changed towards Gabe on their yearly bowling trip.
Hopefully you got those permission slips signed, because you're going to need them on this week's episode of Teachers Off Duty.
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We all have that coworker we can’t stand, and if you don’t… we got some bad news for you.
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There's absolutely nothing wrong with being a bit quirky, but some teachers really like to push those limits. Our hosts Gabe Dannenbring, Bri Richardson, and Anna Kowal know that better than anyone, and they're going to be sharing the worst things their fellow teachers do that drive the rest of the school crazy.
We all know that teachers are a unique breed, and sometimes their quirks can make things a bit… interesting. For example Bri shares a hilarious tale about a teacher who always insists on wearing a different themed outfit for each day of the week. While some may roll their eyes, tune in to find out Bri’s optimistic point of view on this situation.
But it's not all quirks and icks, our hosts also discuss the delightful surprises their fellow teachers bring to the table. Whether it's homemade goodies at staff meetings or a sweet thank-you note, these teachers know how to dish out kindness and create a positive school culture.
Jump right to it!
2:35 - Defining the Perfect Coworker
8:50 - Coffee Run Etiquette
14:40 - Staff Room Confessions
22:15 - Classroom Fragrances Face-off
28:30 - What Success Really Means
So grab that morning coffee and prepare to cringe with us on this week's episode of Teachers Off Duty.
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These kids really made all this hard work worth it!
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We can't speak for everyone, but we didn't become teachers for the pay, or the free coffee in the breakroom, we did it for the gratifying experience of helping students learn. Through Parent Teacher conferences,and surprise admin visits, it’s easy to lose track of all that, however this week our hosts Gabe Dannenbring, Anna Kowal, and Bri Richardson will be reminding you why we all became teachers in the first place.
Sometimes it's about the little things, small gestures that our students do that remind us that our hard work is appreciated. Bri reminisces how much a simple heartfelt compliment from a student can mean to her and how much it brightens up her entire day.
Now while we all appreciate the small things in life, sometimes it's really about those life changing revelations. As educators, our main goal is, and you’d never believe… is to educate. So we're excited to share our favorite moments of witnessing our students' transformations and those powerful "aha" moments.
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2:45 Teaching Triumphs Revealed
8:30 Classroom Confessions
15:00 Laughter in Learning
20:30 Student Stories That Inspire
26:50 Embracing Educational Challenges
35:10 Heartfelt Teaching Moments
So if you need a bit of an emotional pick me up, then tune into this week's episode of Teachers Off Duty.
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Casualties of the copy machine—every teacher's unsung Halloween horror.
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It's about that time of the year, and we're getting pretty spooky on this week's episode of Teachers Off Duty. Our hosts Bri Richardson, Gabe Dannenbring, and Anna Kowal have been through a countless amount of Halloween shenanigans in their times as teachers, so this week they're going to be sharing their most hilariously spooky classroom stories.
When people dress up for halloween, they normally want to be a marvel character, a police officer, or something along those lines, however our hosts had a few different ideas. We'll never forget how one year Gabe decided to go as the green M&M, and let's just say it didn't go over well.
As adults we are not exactly that scared of Freddy Kruger or Jason Voorhees, however there are plenty of things that terrify us in our daily lives. From being asked to stay after school to someone absolutely destroying the teacher bathroom, the life of an educator can truly be petrifying, and our hosts are sharing their funniest stories this week.
Jump right to it!
2:15 - Middle School Halloween Tales
7:30 - Unwanted Classroom Visitors
13:20 - Educational Equity vs. Fire Alarms
19:45 - Copy Machine Nightmares
25:30 - Teaching "The Miracle of Life"
32:10 - Staff Bathroom Mysteries
So grab your pumpkin spice latte and enjoy this spooky episode of Teachers Off Duty, and happy Halloween Teachers!
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You wouldn't believe what started this fight in the hallway….
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We’ve all seen a good fight in our days, and they can get pretty intense but this week on Teachers Off Duty our hosts Gabe Dannenbring, Bri Richardson, and Anna Kowal share some of the funnier sides of these classroom feuds.
As teachers, we all know when kids get caught up in their feelings, they can really say the wildest things. From cafeteria crusades to classroom quarrels, we’ve really seen it all, and you wouldn't believe some of the things these kids decide is worth getting into a screaming match over.
Don't worry, we have better comebacks than most of our students, and the funnier kids have taught us theirs, so you'd be sure to laugh at this week's episode of Teachers Off Duty.
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You know, if the teacher is 15 minutes late we get to go home… Right?
🚨 Big Announcement! 🚨 The Teachers Off Duty Podcast is hosting its very FIRST LIVE event—and YOU’RE invited! Join us for an epic 3-day getaway in Cancun at the first ever Bored Teachers Comedy Festival! 🌴 Get ready for sun, laughter, and unforgettable moments with your teacher besties. Sign up to be the first to know when tickets go on sale for this ultimate teacher vacation! ✈️ savedbythebeachfest.com
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Certainly they weren’t talking about teachers when they were making the rules for school, right? Well, this week on Teachers Off Duty our hosts Gabe Dannenbring, Bri Richardson, and Jess Smith have a chat about the rules that they don't have to follow at school.
As teachers, we are entitled to a couple privileges, and were not just talking about free coffee in the teacher's lounge. We're talking about the rules that just don't apply to us, such as being able to check our phones in class, or taking a bit of a long bathroom break. At the end of the day teaching does have its privileges, or should these double standards be actually enforced? Tune in as we share our thoughts!
While on paper it seems pretty cut and dry, we should all follow the same rules, teachers have quite a bit to deal with when it comes to the chaos of the classroom. Us teachers try to play it cool, but we all know that the overstimulation that can come with teaching can become extremely mentally taxing; so maybe teachers taking an extra ten minutes on their bathroom break is the least of our problems.
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2:34 - Teacher Tardiness Tales
9:15 - Classroom Confessions
16:42 - After-Hours Teacher Antics
24:58 - Rule-Breaking Revelations
33:11 - Staff Meeting Secrets
39:47 - Debate: Classroom Chaos
So don’t listen to podcasts while in the classroom because we do think that's against the rules… But if you do, make sure it's this week's episode of Teachers Off Duty.
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What qualities does it take to make a parent easy or difficult to work with?
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The dynamics of teacher-parent relationships can be dicey to say the least, and on this week's episode of Teachers Off Duty, our hosts Gabe Dannenbring, Bri Richardson, and Jess Smith are going to go over the trials and tribulations with dealing with parents.
From defining boundaries to learning to say “no”, trying to collaborate with our students' parents can get quite difficult, but we have some tips and tricks to nailing your next parent-teacher conference.
For example, apparently it’s a teacher's job to make sure their students are regular? The amount of times we’ve been asked to check our students' poops for problems is absolutely insane! Talk about a crappy job amiright?
It's important to remember at the end of the day we should all be working together to make sure we make the best situation for our students to grow and learn. Our hosts finish off their conversation by pointing out how absurd it is that teachers and parents can be at odds with each other, because we’re truly on the same team.
Jump right to it!
3:50 - Working with Parents
7:58 - Personal Experiences of Overwork
7:00 - Parent-Teacher Relationships and Perspectives
16:20 - Challenges of Communication
23:00 - Dealing with Difficult Parent Requests
32:00 - Embarrassing Parent-Teacher Conferences
42:30 - Setting Boundaries
45:00 - Balancing Parent Expectations and Teacher Workload
54:30 - Teamwork Between Teachers and Parents
So don't worry too much, you have plenty of time before that parent teacher conference, so sit back, relax, and enjoy this week's episode of Teachers Off Duty.
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As R.L Stein once said, viewers beware, you're in for a scare…
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Our hosts Gabe Dannenbring, Bri Richardson, and Jess Smith celebrate Halloween on this week's episode of Teachers Off Duty by diving into the world of ghost stories, haunted schools, and eerie encounters in the classroom.
Do you believe in the paranormal? Because we do, and we share our strategy on how we would react to some of the most spine-tingling spectral situations you could imagine. It's all in good fun... unless you’re afraid of ghosts!
Kids have the craziest imaginations, and as teachers we get to hear all the terrifying tales that they end up coming up with. Apparently anything can be haunted these days, we recently heard a story about a possessed pottery wheel named Patrick? We don't know what our students think is so scary about a pottery wheel, but it's definitely an entertaining idea.
Jump right to it!
9:39 - The Harry Potter Debate
16:55 - Do You Believe in Ghosts?
24:36 - Ouija Board in Class?
28:06 - Spooky Stories & Haunted Schools
38:19 - The Swing Set Ghost
So get prepared to sleep with your lights on, because we're getting pretty spooky on this week's episode of Teachers Off Duty.
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So, why do we need to do a dance party in the staff meeting again?
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You’d think staff meetings would be boring but strap in for these ridiculous stories! Our hosts Gabe Dannenbring, Bri Richardson, and Jess Smith are about to spill the tea on some of the funniest stories from the most bizarre staff meetings they've attended on this week's episode of Teachers Off Duty.
As teachers we deal with too many shenanigans to count, even in our staff meetings; from a principal making teachers run in a "flock of geese" formation (whatever that means), to staff meetings that unexpectedly turned into singalongs or dance parties, they've seen it all!
By the way - beware of those “anonymous” surveys. You won’t believe what one principal made his teachers do after receiving negative feedback. We don’t want to give too much away, but it’s pretty petty.
Jump right to it!
8:31 - Worst Staff Meeting Experiences
12:01 - Therapy and Boundary Setting for Teachers
13:31 - Cahoots and Gamifying Staff Meetings
16:31 - Teachers Quitting Dramatically
19:01 - Funny Games at Staff Meetings
23:31 - Fights at Staff Meetings
We promise we won’t be as boring as your usual staff meeting as you join us for this week's episode of Teachers Off Duty.
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Can saying 'no' actually make you a better teacher?
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From saying "no" to overwork and underappreciated responsibilities, to discussing the harsh financial realities teachers face, our hosts Gabe Dannenbring, Leslie Rob, and Tyler Jackowski are FED UP.
From dodging lunch duty like a ninja to telling yourself it’s OKAY to take a mental health day, our hosts Gabe Dannenbring, Leslie Rob, and Tyler Jackowski are FED UP with the everyday struggles of balancing work, life, and sanity.
Leslie, Gabe, and Tyler share their funniest stories about first-year teaching nightmares, side hustles (yes, some of us have to work with our students... as bosses), and the art of avoiding unnecessary extra duties. Plus, we stir some drama on why coaching might not be as glamorous as it sounds and how learning to say “no” can actually make you a better teacher.
Listen up as we break down the myth of summers off, why teachers should vent (but wisely!), and the best ways to embrace your teacher tribe. And don’t worry—we’ve got plenty of laughs to get you through those tough days.
Tune in or we’ll assign you extra recess duty!
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From breakups to viral TikToks, student drama isn't what it used to be…
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Welcome back to Teachers Off Duty! This week our hosts Gabe Dannenbring, Leslie Rob, and Tyler Jackowski spill the tea, and share their wildest classroom drama stories!
We all know how dramatic our students can be, and it's been like that for years, however unlike previous generations, they now have a platform to share their drama right in the palm of their hands. With the high availability of social media and technology, drama in school has been heavily amplified, and almost impossible to escape. While students used to be able to break up with their school sweetheart, and only have her immediate friends talk about them, now kids are dealing with the entire school knowing every detail of a potentially messy breakup. So with all that being said, how do us teachers deal with all this drama? Tune in to find out!
Nowadays, most of our social life has found itself on the internet, which is great for keeping up with long distance friends or sharing cat memes with your mother, but with all these positives there's always the flip side to it. We're talking about online bullying, and as social media influencers, we’ve dealt with our fair share of haters, and this week we're going to be sharing not only our negative experiences with people on the internet, but also how we've been able to deal with online negativity.
Finally, we wrap up with a discussion on how drama spreads quickly on social media, and how it often leads to unintended consequences. We share our personal experiences of social media drama in the classroom, but most importantly we emphasize the importance of maintaining a positive and supportive community both online and in real life.
Jump right to it!
6:54 - Student Drama in the Classroom
13:12 - Middle School Relationships and Breakups
21:10 - Promise Rings and Teenage Love
23:33 - April Fool's Laxative Prank
25:30 - Teacher Relationships and Drama
31:30 - Social Media's Impact on Student Drama
38:42 - Bullying and Positivity in Social Media
So tell your friends because we just posted some spicy drama on this week's episode of Teachers Off Duty.
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Can wearing all black really make you a criminal? Some schools seem to think so!
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Welcome back to Teachers Off Duty! This week our hosts Gabe Dannenbring, Leslie Rob, and Tyler Jackowski share their most bizarre dress code stories!
We start off by covering some of the weirdest dress code rules we’ve encountered, from prohibitions on wearing tennis shoes without a doctor's note, to restrictions on the number of toes that can be shown, and even policies that prevent teachers from changing their hairstyles throughout the school year, we've seen it all. Even though we don't think about it, how we dress impacts our lives in major ways, but not only for our students though…
Now when we talk about dress codes normally it’s pertaining to our students, but today we are going to be going into some dress codes for teachers! Apparently at some schools teachers are required to wear three-piece pantsuits; and we debate on whether professionality comes before the impracticality and financial burden that this outfit would put on its teachers. We also touch on the broader implications of these rules, such as the negative effects on teacher morale and the potential for dress codes to enforce outdated or discriminatory standards.
Jump right to it!
2:32 - Dress Codes and First Impressions
6:36 - Spirit Week and Costume Fun
11:08 - Ridiculous Rules: No Tennis Shoes
15:06 - Footwear Frustrations and Ankle Rules
29:15 - Denim Drama: No Jeans Allowed
41:08 - Male Jewelry Ban and Expression Restrictions
47:21 - The Black Clothing Ban and Mental Health Misconceptions
So put on your best three piece suit, because teachers are getting dress coded on this week's episode of Teachers Off Duty.
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Teaching isn’t just about lesson plans…
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Welcome back to Teachers Off Duty! This week our hosts Gabe Dannenbring, Leslie Rob, and Tyler Jackowski share the ups and downs of teaching!
We can all agree that teaching is a really rewarding job, but with such satisfaction there are always some drawbacks. This week we’re talking about the emotional highs and lows that come with the profession, such as building relationships with students, handling anxiety, and dealing with safety concerns in schools.
First we are going to share some stories that highlight the importance of maintaining high expectations for students while also recognizing the challenges they face, particularly those with traumatic backgrounds. It's extremely important for us teachers to find a good balance between being supportive and knowing when to seek professional help for students dealing with serious issues.
Now with all this in mind, we have a responsibility of being a trusted educator, and we have to be ready for the emotional weight that comes with that. So this week we're going to talk about the importance of self-care for us educators, and the need to establish boundaries to avoid burnout. But don't worry, it's not all doom and gloom, because we finish off by sharing some of our proudest moments as teachers, including stories of student success and personal growth.
Jump right to it!
4:12 - The Importance of Building Student Relationships
18:18 - Navigating Teacher Guilt and Stress
22:56 - Handling School Lockdowns
40:00 - Managing Administrative Challenges
45:50 - The Weight of Being a Teacher Who Listens
52:50 - Balancing Discipline and Compassion in the Classroom
So get the tissues ready, because we're getting personal on this week's episode of Teachers Off Duty.
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Find out how a Teacher's Quick Comeback Made a Student Rethink Everything!
Get 30 days of Teacher Style Box for free by going to https://teacherstylebox.com and using promo code TOD30.Welcome back to Teachers Off Duty! This week our hosts Gabe Dannenbring, Leslie Rob, and Tyler Jackowski share their funniest classroom moments!
We kick off this week's episode with some of the weirdest situations our hosts have found themselves in. For example our teachers have been put in a lot of positions that are quite ridiculous, like for example Tyler was put in charge of teaching a subject he had no clue about. Tune in to find out what he was forced to teach!
Have you ever tried to look really cool for your students? We feel like most first year teachers struggle with finding that line with their students, and we're here to share our funniest stories of us trying to be cool with these kids. We also share what happens when students get a bit too comfortable and start to roast us; and might we add, these kids are starting to get pretty clever with some of their insults.
Speaking of students starting to develop colorful language, we reminisce on some of the most amusing things we've heard and seen in the classroom. Whether it be probably the best (and inappropriate) shirt that Spencer's sells, or hilarious backhanded compliments, we’ve experienced it all, and we're sharing it all with you this week!
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2:46 - First-Year Teaching Struggles
11:01 - The Reality of Student Teaching
19:31 - Students say the darndest things
34:01 - Navigating Gen Z and Alpha Slang
So get ready to laugh and giggle because we can all relate to these situations on this week's episode of Teachers Off Duty.
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